Path Of Exile 2: Avail Early Access Or Wait For Game Launch?

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Is it a wise decision to purchase Path of Exile 2 early access version?

 
Story Highlights
  • Path of Exile 2 entered a paid early access period on December 6th, though the game is incomplete.
  • The overall gameplay was filled with complex bosses, powerful enemies, skill loots, and varying locations.
  • The final version will be free and will have lots of content addition in terms of bosses, acts, skills, and more.

Game developers launch early access with one sole purpose: to gain feedback from the gaming community about the game’s shortcomings and faults and how it could be improved overall. The same is the case for Path of Exile 2. In return, you get to experience the game before most people.


Path Of Exile 2 – Early Access

Path of Exile, an action RPG, is set to get a second part after the success of the first edition, which was released over a decade ago. The first part garnered a staggering rating of 9/10 on Steam, with overall reviews of “Very Positive.” Therefore, high expectations are attached to Path of Exile 2 even before its official release.

The early access period allows fans to play and experience the game before its official public release. The game entered the phase on December 6th, 2024, and was rolled out on various gaming platforms, such as PS5, Steam, Xbox X/S, and Epic Games. 

Wraeclast
Wraeclast (Image By Path Of Exile 2)

Path Of Exile 2 is set in Wraeclast, a forsaken land ruled by haunting beasts and widespread corruption. What do you have to do? Defeat the ruling beasts, navigate through the horrors that have taken over the land, and conquer the endgame. 


My Experience

Even in the early access, the game is packed with adrenaline-inducing action and powerful characters that are enough to satiate a gamer’s hunger. I got over 100 hours of gameplay at a nominal price, which isn’t a bad deal.

Visually, the game is a treat. I moved through various locations, like jungles, graveyards, caverns, and beaches. Fighting enemies and battling almost 50 bosses across the 3 acts, it was not easy to get to the endgame.

Fighting Enemies
Fighting Enemies (Image By Tech4Gamers)

Currently, the game contains 6 character classes, but the official game will have more of these. Path of Exile 2 works on a Skill Gem System, meaning I could customize my build using Skill and Support Gems to meet the demands of the particular level.

It was intriguing that unlike the first part, where skills had to be earned, the second part presents skills in the form of loot throughout the game. The game wasn’t over once I completed the 3 acts. The mighty endgame awaited me with an extensive Atlas map and a hardcore final boss.

Delirium In Path of Exile 2
Delirium In Path of Exile 2 (Image By Path Of Exile 2)

Should You Get Early Access?

One important thing to keep in mind before purchasing any game during the early access period is that it is still under development. Some aspects might glitch or seem incomplete.

Moreover, some details could be different in the main release than the early phase version. Hence, the perfect game is only available after the release.

In the case of Path of Exile 2, the official release will include double the acts, bosses, locations, and endgame content as per the developers. The most significant factor is that the final game will be free to play, unlike the paid early access. 

Characters And Gameplay
Characters And Gameplay (Image By Tech4Gamers)

So, what makes early access interesting? If you purchase any pack in the early access, you get in-game points and access to exclusive items. Spend these in the Store on cosmetics and other items to improve your character.

Spending on a game that would otherwise be free on release does not seem like a good idea, so I would say wait until the game is out. I believe that the final release will be more rewarding, and the experience will be much richer than this limited version.

However, if you are out of games and looking for a great action RPG, you should definitely go for Path of Exile 2 early access. It is worth the money.


 

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